New Museum: Surveillance States and the Digital Mirror

Category

Tags

"Investigating how data-driven architectures shape social reality, this exhibition deploys immersive digital installations to confront the increasingly pervasive nature of invisible surveillance systems today."

About

Hosted at the New Museum in New York from April 1 to September 1, 2026, 'Surveillance States and the Digital Mirror' offers a rigorous investigation into the intersection of digital culture and systemic monitoring. Through immersive soundscapes and interactive projections, the exhibition maps the invisible threads connecting global surveillance technologies to our daily experiences. By interrogating the 'digital mirror,' the works by Trevor Paglen and Hito Steyerl illustrate how online identities are transformed into both products and prisons within an era of relentless data harvesting. Visitors are invited to confront the sobering implications of inhabiting a hyper-connected, monitored society. As you navigate these complex digital landscapes, the exhibition challenges you to scrutinize the shifting boundaries between personal agency and the pervasive reach of state and corporate influence. This timely presentation serves as a critical reflection on how algorithmic power shapes our modern existence, urging a deeper understanding of the mechanisms that define our visibility and vulnerability in the digital age.

Featured Artists